Zara's eyes widened as she stepped into the room. Valeria lay on the couch motionless, her chest rising and falling with each gentle breath. But Valeria wasn't the problem, it was the bed that caught Zara's attention. Only one side had been slept in, the other side still neatly made, as if untouched. Zara's mind began to whirl with questions. Why was Valeria sleeping on the couch and not on the bed? Had she and Valtor had a fight? The silence between them seemed oppressive, heavy with unspoken words. She took quiet steps, her eyes scanning the room for any sign of disturbance. The bed's untouched side seemed like a message, a message of separation. Zara's thoughts swirled with possibilities. Something didn't seem right, but she couldn't quite place her fingers around it yet. Her gaze drifted to the balcony door, slightly ajar. Curiosity drew her outside. The cool morning air enveloped her as she pushed open the door. A pillow on the chair caught her attention. She bent, inhali
Still reeling from the earlier commotion, Zara asked the maid to set the table while they retreated to freshen up for lunch. Meanwhile, Annie ascended the stairs, her expression troubled. She entered Alpha Kael's mother's room, her concern palpable. Alpha Kael's mother sensed Annie's unease and immediately grew worried. "Annie, child, what's wrong?" she asked, her voice laced with concern. "Why do you look so troubled." Annie sat beside her, collecting her thoughts. "If you had seen what I saw earlier Mother, you'd be as troubled as i am right now." Annie said, her voice barely above a whisper. Alpha Kael's mother leaned in, curiosity etched on her face. "Please, Annie, elaborate. What exactly is troubling you?" Annie hesitated, choosing her words carefully. "I went downstairs to see what the maids were preparing for lunch and on my way down i heard laughters and sounds in the kitchen and decided to see what was going on. And then, I saw Karan and Valeria and Zara
The household was eerily quiet, as if everyone had simultaneously retreated to their own worlds. Annie and Alpha Kael's mother remained in their respective rooms, lost in thought. Vandora and Lucilia had escaped to the shopping mall, seeking distraction from the tension. Zara's door remained firmly shut, a silent barrier between her and the world. Karan had sought solace at the orphanage, surrounded by innocent smiles. Valeria too had gone to see her dad and hopefully a get a breath of fresh air. But Valtor's whereabouts remained Unknown since he had just stormed out, his absence as unsettling as his presence. At the orphanage, Karan stood transfixed, watching the children's laughter-filled soccer game. Enoch approached from behind, his walking stick tapping softly on the ground. "You look troubled, my friend," Enoch said, his voice warm and wise, as he stood beside Karan. Karan turned, a hint of curiosity on his face. "What makes you say that Enoch?" Enoch smil
Karan's vision blurred as he stumbled backward, Valtor's blow still resonating across his cheek. Valeria's gasp hung in the air, her eyes wide with horror. Zara rushed to Karan's side, her voice shaking. "Karan, oh goodness you're bleeding. What is wrong with you Valtor?" She yelled almost in tears. Karan's hand instinctively touched his stinging lips were there was blood, his gaze locked onto Valtor's. Valtor's face twisted in a snarl, his eyes blazing with drunken fury. As Valtor charged at Karan, his fists clenched, the two men clashed in a flurry of punches. The air echoed with grunts and crashing furniture. Zara screamed, Valeria could do nothing other than cover her mouth in shock. Just as it seemed like the brawl would escalate, Annie stepped forward, her petite frame commanding attention. With a stern expression, Annie delivered swift, sharp slaps to both Valtor's and Karan's faces. "Stop this madness right now!" Annie exclaimed, her voice firm but trembli
Days blended together as Karan and Valeria continued their clandestine trysts, stealing moments whenever darkness fell. Their love grew stronger with each passing night. During the day, they maintained a facade of normalcy and Zara's watchful eyes and clever excuses often provided the perfect cover. "Let's go for a walk," Zara would say, casually inviting Valeria to join her and Karan on some errand or other. As they strolled, Zara would conveniently lag behind or divert her attention, granting Karan and Valeria fleeting moments of privacy. Their whispers, laughter, and stolen glances became a familiar rhythm for her. Under the light of the full moon, their nighttime escapades became more frequent. They'd slip away to hidden clearings, sharing secrets and dreams. Valeria's heart now beat in tandem with Karan's, their love blooming with each passing seconds. For the first time in Valeria's life, love felt truly unconditional. Despite the forbidden nature of their relation
The next morning, Karan sensed something off about Valeria. Her usual warmth and responsiveness were replaced by an unsettling silence. He couldn't quite put his finger on it, but his instincts screamed that something was amiss. Assuming she'd open up later or he would ask about it, Karan pushed aside his concerns, focusing on his daily routine. However, as night fell, Valeria's continued radio silence grew more alarming. No replies to his texts, no missed calls, no whispers of explanation. The void was deafening. Karan's unease deepened, his mind racing with worst-case scenarios. Where was Valeria? Why wasn't she responding? Karan's mind was a jumbled mess, his thoughts racing with concern. Had he inadvertently upset Valeria the previous night? He replayed their last conversation, but nothing stood out as amiss. They'd parted ways on a warm, tender note. As he entered the kitchen, he spotted Valeria standing alone, her back to him. The soft glow of the evening lights danced
No one could grasp the reason behind Valtor's sudden descent into brutality. With a fierce grip, he seized Zara's arm, his anger boiling over. "You really don't want to know the wrath you'll face if you defy me, Zara," he snarled. "Apologize now and marry the suitor I choose for you." Zara stood unwavering, her response unapologetic and fearless. "I'd rather die than marry a lunatic like yourself." Valtor's laughter echoed through the room, a chilling, manic sound. "Your wish is my command, Lady Zara." With a sinister smile, he signaled to a nearby guard. "Take her to the cell." As the guards dragged Zara away, she locked eyes with the family, their horrified gazes a reflection of the chaos unfolding. Valeria knew she had to act swiftly, for the happiness of her loved ones hung in the balance. "Have you lost all reason, Valtor?" Annie demanded, her voice echoing through the hall as she watched the guards disappear with Zara. "Release her this instant! I am the Alpha, and m
Sophia Noel sat at the restaurant, lost in thought as she prepared to leave. But her peaceful moment was disrupted when Aiden Scott burst through the door, his eyes fixed on his phone and In a split second, they collided, spilling Sophia's drink all over his clothes. "Could this day get any worse than it already is?" Sophia sighed, exasperated. Aiden quickly grabbed a hand towel to dab at the stain, his eyes locking onto Sophia's as he raised his head. "Are you perhaps blind or do you have a serious lack of awareness?" he asked, his tone dripping with sarcasm. Sophia's eyes widened in surprise at his rudeness. "Excuse me Mister, this was an unintentional accident, okay? So, there's really no need to get so grumpy about it." Aiden's eyebrow shot up. "Did you just call me grumpy?" Sophia's confidence shone bright on her face. "You heard me right." " Do you know who I am and what I could do to you?" Aiden said as his expression darkened. Sophia remained unmoved, her voi